You are correct, I don't think a person can go wrong w/any M. That being said I'm all over the place w/color. I started this thing last summer and was 100% at the time. Now...not so much. The only deterrent for me w/black is the long-term paint condition/cleanliness factor. I've never owned a black car and as much as I love the look, not positive on it especially living here. If there was a 6MT that fit the rest I'd pull the trigger on it but for now I've got some time.